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Sheni Kimberly Navarro

Sheni Kimberly Navarro

Front Desk Agent
Reykjavik

Summary

Dedicated Receptionist with excellent experience in industry. Maintains professional appearance and demeanor and expertly completes assigned tasks with focus on quality. Dependable and quick-learning team player with effective communication and organization skills. Responsible professional willing to go extra mile to assist others with solving problems. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in Tourism and Hospitality Industry.

Work History

Front Desk Agent

Iceland Pro Hotels
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • Took reservations over phone, in person, and via computer for guests and provided confirmation information.
  • Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly and appropriately handled needs.
  • Used internal software to process reservations, check-ins and check-outs.
  • Calculated billings and posted charges to room accounts, reviewing charges with guests at checkout.
  • Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
  • Maintained clean and organized front desk areas to uphold polished company image.
  • Oversaw fast-paced front desk operations and guests' needs at busy facility.
  • Issued room keys to guests upon check-in and answered questions regarding proper use.
  • Welcomed each new arrival pleasantly and confirmed reservations and identification.
  • Acquired in-depth knowledge of surrounding area to offer guests with information about dining options, entertainment, and shopping activities.
  • Responded swiftly to room requests and other inquiries made via establishment website, email, or phone.
  • Confirmed important personal and payment information for compliance with security and payment card industry standards.
  • Liaised with housekeeping and maintenance staff to address requests and complaints made by guests.
  • Answered questions and addressed, resolved, or escalated issues to management personnel to satisfy customers.
  • Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
  • Answered multi-line phone system to respond to inquiries and transfer calls to correct departments and personnel.
  • Trained new staff members in customer service techniques and hotel operations.
  • Reported facility and room maintenance problems to appropriate personnel for immediate remediation.
  • Kept accounts in balance and ran daily reports to verify totals.
  • Enforced policies and procedures to increase efficiency.
  • Maintained files and records by implementing effective filing systems that boosted efficiency and organization.
  • Prepared reports on guest satisfaction levels and other metrics.
  • Coordinated with vendors for repair and maintenance of hotel.
  • Promoted hotel brand's loyalty program via social media, email and direct mail.
  • Stored guest valuables in safe and individual boxes for security.
  • Implemented marketing and promotional initiatives to increase occupancy.

Front Desk Receptionist

Icelandair Hotel Natura
07.2021 - 11.2021
  • Maintained files and records by implementing effective filing systems that boosted efficiency and organization.
  • Answered multi-line phone system to respond to inquiries and transfer calls to correct departments and personnel.
  • Entered customer data into room system and updated information whenever patrons changed rooms.
  • Calculated billings and posted charges to room accounts, reviewing charges with guests at checkout.
  • Contacted housekeeping staff and maintenance department immediately to resolve guest room issues.
  • Kept accounts in balance and ran daily reports to verify totals.
  • Used quick response and dynamic service skills to build relationships with patrons, improving customer retention rate.
  • Resolved customer issues quickly and notified supervisor immediately when problems escalated.
  • Confirmed relevant guest information and payment methods to prevent fraud.
  • Explained details regarding property to acclimate patrons to resort environment.
  • Updated customer accounts with add-on room charges, minibar use and room service bills.
  • Promoted local entertainment and sporting events and offered details to assist patrons.
  • Used internal software to process reservations, check-ins and check-outs.
  • Protected guest valuables with main safe or in individual boxes to maximize security.
  • Retrieved mail, packages and documents on behalf of guests, promptly verifying receipt and arranging for pickup or transmittal.
  • Collected room deposits, fees and payments.
  • Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
  • Maintained transaction security by verifying payment cards against identification.

Waitress

Restaurant Reykjavík
09.2016 - 08.2020
  • Assigned patrons to tables suitable for their needs and according to rotation.
  • Assisted in maintaining preparation and service areas in sanitary condition
  • Helped with preparation, set-up, and service for catering events
  • Spoke with patrons to ensure satisfaction with food and service
  • Stocked bar with beer, wine, liquor, and related supplies
  • Took food orders and relayed orders to kitchens or serving counters
  • Cleared and re-set tables at conclusion of each guest meal
  • Maintained adequate supplies of items such as clean linens, silverware, glassware, dishes, and trays
  • Mixed ingredients, such as liquor, soda, water, sugar, and bitters, to prepare cocktails and other drinks
  • Presented menus to patrons & answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request
  • Requested and recorded customer orders, and computed bills
  • Served wine, and bottled or draft beer
  • Skillfully promoted items on beverage lists and weekly restaurant specials.
  • Followed all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage to uphold proper health standards.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
  • Managed over 40 patrons alone
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.

Waitress

Krua Thai
03.2016 - 05.2016
  • Spoke with patrons to ensure satisfaction with food and service
  • Skillfully promoted items on beverage lists & weekly restaurant specials.
  • Displayed enthusiasm & knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
  • Took food orders & relayed orders to kitchens or serving counters
  • Followed all safety & sanitation policies when handling food & beverage to uphold proper health standards.
  • Guided guests through menus while demonstrating thorough knowledge of food, beverages and ingredients.
  • Stocked service stations with items such as ice, napkins, and straws
  • Set dining tables according to type of event and service standards.
  • Provided friendly and attentive service and exceptional hospitality.

Waitress

Culiacan - Mexican Restaurant
09.2015 - 04.2016
  • Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
  • Answered telephone calls and responded to inquiries.
  • Assisted in maintaining preparation and service areas in sanitary condition
  • Cleaned and inspected galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas
  • Skillfully promoted items on beverage lists and weekly restaurant specials.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.

Events Manager

Erasmus Student Network (ESN)
01.2014 - 05.2015
  • Managed and organized events.
  • Fulfilled contractual obligations, including communications, vendor coordination, schedule creation, budget administration and rehearsal and day of event coordination.

Janitor

BG Cleaning Systems
01.2008 - 05.2014
  • Washed and spot-cleaned files, desktops, office glass, partitions, doors and walls.
  • Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing and vacuuming.
  • Mixed water and detergents in containers to prepare chemical cleaning solutions.
  • Promoted building security by locking doors and checking electrical appliances for safety hazards.
  • Sanitized bathrooms, showers and locker rooms.
  • Dusted all furniture and fixtures thoroughly and carefully.

Sales Representative/Telemarketing

BG Cleaning Systems
01.2013 - 05.2013
  • Recommended services to customers, resulting in add-on business.
  • Scheduled meetings between client & designated sales representative resulting in signing up of new clients.
  • Provided all necessary information to & coordinated with designated sales representative.
  • Provided updated sales reports to sales manager.

Education

Icelandic Matriculation - Study Program in Languages

Fjolbrautaskólinn Í Breidholti
Austurberg 5, 111 Reykjavík, Iceland

Icelandic Matriculation - Faculty of Arts

Menntaskólinn Í Kópavogi
Digranesvegur 51, 200 Kópavogur, Iceland

Icelandic Matriculation - Study Program In Information And Communication Technology

Taekniskólinn
Skólavörðuholt, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

International Baccalaureate Diploma - IB Diploma Program

Menntaskólinn Vid Hamrahlíd
Hamrahlíd 10, 105 Reykjavík, Iceland

Skills

  • Languages: Visayan, Tagalog, English, Icelandic, Spanish, Danish, German
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Diligent
  • Flexible & Adaptable
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills
  • Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks
  • Complaint resolution
  • Office administration
  • Detail oriented
  • Skilled in Opera PMS
  • Skilled in Tourdesk (tour-booking service)
  • Skilled in Booking Factory Reservation System

Timeline

Front Desk Agent

Iceland Pro Hotels
06.2022 - 06.2023

Front Desk Receptionist

Icelandair Hotel Natura
07.2021 - 11.2021

Waitress

Restaurant Reykjavík
09.2016 - 08.2020

Waitress

Krua Thai
03.2016 - 05.2016

Waitress

Culiacan - Mexican Restaurant
09.2015 - 04.2016

Events Manager

Erasmus Student Network (ESN)
01.2014 - 05.2015

Sales Representative/Telemarketing

BG Cleaning Systems
01.2013 - 05.2013

Janitor

BG Cleaning Systems
01.2008 - 05.2014

Icelandic Matriculation - Study Program in Languages

Fjolbrautaskólinn Í Breidholti

Icelandic Matriculation - Faculty of Arts

Menntaskólinn Í Kópavogi

Icelandic Matriculation - Study Program In Information And Communication Technology

Taekniskólinn

International Baccalaureate Diploma - IB Diploma Program

Menntaskólinn Vid Hamrahlíd
Sheni Kimberly NavarroFront Desk Agent